Ochratoxin A in dried figs from Türkiye
- Classification
- Border rejection notification
- Risk
- Serious
- Category
- fruits and vegetables
- Hazard
- ochratoxin A - {mycotoxins}
- Origin
- Türkiye
- Notifier
- Germany
What is this? Some dried figs from Türkiye may have a harmful mold called ochratoxin A.
What's happening? Germany found too much ochratoxin A in dried figs from Türkiye. These figs should not be sold.
Does this affect me? If you bought dried figs from Türkiye, check the package. You may have some at home.
What should I do? Do not eat the figs. Ask your pharmacist or doctor if you feel sick.
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Classification: Border rejection notification · Risk: Serious · Category: fruits and vegetables · Hazard: ochratoxin A - {mycotoxins} · Origin: Türkiye · Notifier: Germany
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